Victimisation

An employer must not treat a person less favourably because the person complains of discrimination (whether that’s bringing a legal case or just making an allegation of discrimination), or because they have upheld their equality law rights.

For example, if the employer creates an oppressive environment for a person (for instance acting negatively) because they gave evidence in a discrimination claim then this will be victimisation.

Employers have to pay regard to the behaviour of all their staff to ensure there is no: